1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 39 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 580 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
