1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 2100 | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |