1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 131 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
