1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 43 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1371 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
