1991 Porsche 928 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131. 1974 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 928 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5397 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
