1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1997 Nissan Presea is newer by 29 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Presea (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Presea weights approximately 100 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, 1997 Nissan Presea, 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, 1997 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1997 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
