1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1840 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
