1973 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 39 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 45 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
