1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E is newer by 26 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 404 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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 124 | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
