1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 655 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
