1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 127 | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |