2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Fiorino | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |