1971 Fiat 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 850 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
