1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 26 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 330 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, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 124 | 400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |