1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1973 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 124 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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, 1973 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 124 | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 124 | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 14 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |