1973 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 127 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
