1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 25 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 29 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
