1941 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 785 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
