1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 526 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
