1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 124 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1978 Toyota Tercel (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |