1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1200 | 124 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |