2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | HR-V | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |