1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Cabriolet | Boxster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |