1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 44 kg more than 1975 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
