1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 850 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |