1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 574 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |