1974 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 470 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.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 124 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |