1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
