1982 Fiat Abarth 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 Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 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 (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Abarth | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Abarth | Cayman |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2416 mm |