1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 705 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 124 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |