1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 473 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 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 856 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Cinquecento | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
| 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
