1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Laser is newer by 23 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1990 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 124 | Laser |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |