1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 28 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1806 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 124 | Corniche |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |