1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
