1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 215 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 124 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |