1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 10 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 124 | 18 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |