1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 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 (309 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Cabriolet 2000 Porsche Boxster
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Cabriolet Boxster
Year Released 1966 2000
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1221 cc 2855 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 62 HP 249 HP
Torque 94 Nm 309 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 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
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2420 mm


 

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