1983 Fiat 131 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 131 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2415 mm |
