1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 28 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 878 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 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
