1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 21 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. 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, 1987 Ford Laser, 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, 1966 Fiat 124 (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 94 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 | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
