1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1325 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 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
