1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 938 kg more than 1971 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 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Cordoba | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2500 mm |
