1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 945 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| 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 | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
