1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 30 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 302 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, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 124 | Contour |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |