1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
