2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 35 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1244 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | SSR | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
