1976 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 867 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 133 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
