1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Porsche 356 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
