1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 40 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 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |