1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1100 | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 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 | 870 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |