1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 1973 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Vega | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
