2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 694 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
