1971 Fiat 125 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 Fiat 125 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125.
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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 125 | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | 125 | 24 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |