1992 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 837 kg more than 1992 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 1992 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 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 1992 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat 126 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
