1977 Fiat 131 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 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 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 197 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 310 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.
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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 131 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2415 mm |