1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 131 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
