1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 44 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 563 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 72 L |