1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1975 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
