1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1390 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 124 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 94 L |
