1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 30 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 565 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, 2000 Toyota Previa, 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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124. 2000 Toyota Previa 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. 2000 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
