1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1110 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
