1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 38 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 124 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |
