1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 626 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 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 127 | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |