1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Porsche 944 is newer by 10 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 944 weights approximately 565 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 1991 Porsche 944 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 1991 Porsche 944. 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 127 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
