1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 28 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 124 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Fusca |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |