1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
