1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP) has 409 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Cinquecento | 959 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
