1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 44 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 490 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
