1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
