1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 124 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | X1-9 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
