1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
