1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 85 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.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
