1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 160 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Shuttle | 356 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |