1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 37 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 264 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | 124 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
