1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
