1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
