1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 441 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 124 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |