1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 127 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2415 mm |