1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 127 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
