1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 41 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic 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, 2009 Renault Trafic, 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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 90 L |
