1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
