1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 126 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 126 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |