1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 130 | 356 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |