1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
