1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 425 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 131 | 993 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |