1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP) has 391 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1976 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 131 | 959 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
