1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1973 Fiat 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 467 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Daimler | Fiat |
Model | Conquest | 124 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 168 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |