1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 20 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 150 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 1970 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |