2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 35 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 324 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen Picasso (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Picasso | 124 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |