1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356.
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 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Cabriolet | 356 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 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 | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
