1976 Fiat 133 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 133 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
