1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
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, 1958 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 131 | 356 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |