1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 30 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 329 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 124 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |