1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 580 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1100 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |