1992 Porsche 964 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 1981 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 964 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 964 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
