1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 131 | 993 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |