1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Fellow | 124 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79.2 mm |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2290 mm |