1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 27 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 364 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 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |