1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 27 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 510 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 124 | Breeze |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |