1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 767 kg more than 1962 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 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 | 583 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
