1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 138 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |