1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 124 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 124 | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
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 | 345 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |