1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 810 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |