1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 680 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | 124 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |