1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2001 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Nissan Laurel is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Laurel (153 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 460 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 2001 Nissan Laurel 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. 2001 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 2001 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
