1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 369 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, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
