1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | X1-9 | 965 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |