1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 911 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
