1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1977 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
