1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1200 | Boxter |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2475 mm |