1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 1996 Tata E220 is newer by 28 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tata E220 (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tata E220 weights approximately 440 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, 1996 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1996 Tata E220 | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 124 | E220 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |