1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 674 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | 124 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4112 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
