1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2008 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 930 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Porsche | Fiat |
Model | 930 | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |