1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1964 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1966 Fiat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1964 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | Berline |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
