1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 444 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 1995 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 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 127 | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |