1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 815 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 131 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
