1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 32 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 124 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
