1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate is newer by 24 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 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, 1993 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 1993 Tata Estate | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 124 | Estate |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |