1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP) has 365 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
