1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 130 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 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 | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |