1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1967 Porsche 906
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 906 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1967 Porsche 906.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1967 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 131 | 906 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
