1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 30 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 325 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 131 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2416 mm |
