1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | 964 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
