1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 294 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | 124 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |