1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1974 Hyundai Pony is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1971 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 124 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
