1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 695 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 1992 Porsche 911 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 1992 Porsche 911. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 127 | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |