1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 31 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 666 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
