2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 33 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 954 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.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Rexton | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
