1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 127 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |
