1957 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 825 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |