1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 18 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
