1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 30 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 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 375 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 131 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
