1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1953 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1953 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Cabriolet | 356 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 79 L |
