1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 38 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1066 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
