1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 17 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 528 kg more than 1974 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nova | 124 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
