1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (217 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 133 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |
