1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 640 kg more than 1954 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:
| 1954 Fiat 500 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
