1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 19 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 600 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 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 127 | 996 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |