1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 147 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Vega | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
