1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1972 Fiat 124

To start off, both 1972 Chrysler Sedan and 1972 Fiat 124 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 604 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chrysler Sedan 1972 Fiat 124
Make Chrysler Fiat
Model Sedan 124
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5899 cc 1747 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2290 mm


 

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