1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 126. 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 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 67 L |
