1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 285 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
