1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 24 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 220 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.
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, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | Pintara |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |