1966 Fiat OT vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 11 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, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT.
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:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | OT | 356 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
