1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Carina (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 124 | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Carina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |