2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Seicento | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
