1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 835 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 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
