1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 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 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 285 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, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
