1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Strada | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
