1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1949 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
