1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 39 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Tiida (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124.
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, 2007 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2007 Nissan Tiida (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 2007 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | Tiida |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
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 Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 52 L |