1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1985 Lotus Excel

To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 13 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 205 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Fiat 124 1985 Lotus Excel
Make Fiat Lotus
Model 124 Excel
Year Released 1972 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2174 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 116 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 95.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 76.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 217 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1171 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 66 L


 

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