1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 838 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3246 mm |