1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
