2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 27 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP) has 399 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 720 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Blackhawk | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
