1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 25 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 264 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | Brava |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
