1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1969 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 124 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
