1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 18 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 304 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 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F. 1990 Toyota Model F 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. 1990 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Model F |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |