1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 42 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 165 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
