1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 126 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 126 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 77 L |