1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 354 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.
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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 124 | Breeze |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |