1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 560 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2475 mm |
