1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 549 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Dino | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
