1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Mirafiori | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |