1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 384 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 1972 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
