1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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 1972 Fiat 125. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 125 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2475 mm |
