1974 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP) has 414 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 473 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
