1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 714 kg more than 1968 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | 124 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
