1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 802 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |