1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1987 Porsche 924 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | X1-9 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
