1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 125 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |