1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 171 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
