1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 605 kg more than 1971 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | 124 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
