1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
