1974 Fiat 131 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 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 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 @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 131 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |