1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Coupe 2000 Porsche Boxster
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Coupe Boxster
Year Released 1965 2000
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2277 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm


 

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