1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124.
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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
