1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
