1995 Acura Legend vs. 1967 Fiat 124

To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124.

Because 1967 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 1967 Fiat 124
Make Acura Fiat
Model Legend 124
Year Released 1995 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 71.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 38 L


 

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