1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen 411 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 90 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, 1968 Volkswagen 411 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
