1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1978 Fiat 133 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 133 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
