1973 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 33 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 124 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |