1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 124 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
