1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 675 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
