1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Porsche 936
To start off, 1978 Porsche 936 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 936 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 936 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 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:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1978 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 936 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 700 kg |
