1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
