1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 554 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 345 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
