2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 41 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 761 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
