1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 850 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 850 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |