1986 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 911 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 1986 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 911 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 911 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
