1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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, 1974 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
