1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 215 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1400 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
