2012 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche 911 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Porsche | Fiat |
Model | 911 | 130 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |