1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1900 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
