1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 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 (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 700 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 570 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |