1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 584 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 1967 Alvis TF 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. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Fiat | Alvis |
| Model | 124 | TF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
