1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | 124 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
