1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1986 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 16 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 446 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
