2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Duna weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356.
Because 1955 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 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna, 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, 1955 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Duna | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
