1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 911 (170 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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, 1982 Porsche 911 (258 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm). This means 1982 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
