1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 618 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 850 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2475 mm |
