1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 760 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 600 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |