1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 723 kg more than 1971 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, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
