1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
