1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 27 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, 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 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 44 L |
