1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (217 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 583 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
