1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Because 1958 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 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1958 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Shuttle | 356 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |