1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 520 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2355 mm |
