1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 131 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |