1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1900 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1900 | 124 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |