1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 260 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 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2673 mm |
