1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2003 Honda City, 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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | City |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
