1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 329 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
