1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 29 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 790 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.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 124 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
