1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 965 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 1991 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 127 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 127 | 965 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |