1974 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
