1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1025 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | 124 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
