1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 619 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | 124 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
