1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1956 Porsche 356 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 1956 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1956 Porsche 356 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Uno | 356 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
