1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 2300 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
