1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 12 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
