1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 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 1,300 cc, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
