1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1973 ZIL 114 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2235 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 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Fiat | ZIL |
| Model | 124 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3770 mm |
