1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 36 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 146 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | Armada |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |