1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 510 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 124 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 124 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |