1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 33 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 300 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 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
