1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
