1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 620 kg more than 1969 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | 124 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
