1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124.
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, 1969 Fiat 124 (134 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1969 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 125 L |
