1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 144 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
