1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 19 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 338 kg more than 1967 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, 1986 Ford Granada (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
