1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 706 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
