1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128, 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 128 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 128 | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |