1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 131 | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |