1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 37 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 570 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124. 2003 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 124 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
