1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 19 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
