1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1972 Ford Galaxie is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 939 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124. 1972 Ford Galaxie has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Galaxie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
