1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 540 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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 1998 Renault Laguna 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. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
