2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 50 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1955 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Seicento | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
