1991 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126.
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 (335 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
