1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1976 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1966 Fiat 124 (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 124 | 1976 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |