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Segment: Compact
Production years: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974

FIAT 124 Saloon 1966-1974 14 Photos
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The 124 was one of the biggest commercial successes obtained by Fiat on the market. It was a simple car, with a modern look and a very good platform. It was built by other car companies under license.

In 1966, Fiat decided to replace the outdated 1300 range, which featured an old design. The 124 work started with a clean sheet and the result was a simple, yet practical design. Its platform was so good that it was the base model for a roadster and a rally car. When the 124 was replaced, the following model, the 131, used the same platform and some of its engines and transmissions.

The exterior look was very simple, with flat surfaces. In the front, the round headlights were united by the same chromed grille with horizontal slats. The Special version (Fiat 124 S) featured a twin-headlights design and flush door handles.

Inside, the car was roomy enough for five adult passengers, even though the transmission tunnel was tall on the front side of the vehicle. The gear-stick was mounted on the floor, replacing the steering-column shifter from the previous Fiat 1300.

Under the hood, the 124 was offered with a choice of five engines ranged from 1.2-liter to 1.5-liter. Most of the engine versions were fitted with a 4-speed manual, while the “Special” 1.5-liter version was offered with a standard 5-speed gearbox. The car featured double-arm front suspension and live rear axle with coil springs.

FIAT 124 Saloon 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974
  4 gasoline engines
  • 1.2L 4MT RWD (60 HP)
  • 1.2L 4MT RWD (65 HP)
  • 1.4L 3AT RWD (70 HP)
  • 1.4L 4MT RWD (70 HP)

FIAT 124 Saloon
1.2L 4MT RWD (60 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.2L 4MT RWD (60 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1197 cm3
Power:44.1 KW @ 5600 RPM
60 HP @ 5600 RPM
59 BHP @ 5600 RPM
Torque:64 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM
87 Nm @ 3400 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:87 mph (140 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):15.7 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:155 SR 13
DIMENSIONS
Length:158.7 in (4031 mm)
Width:64 in (1626 mm)
Height:55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track:52.4/51.2 in (1,331/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:95.3 in (2421 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.5 in (165 mm)
Cargo Volume:13.6 cuFT (385 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.4
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1885 lbs (855 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2767 lbs (1255 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:20.6 mpg US (11.4 L/100Km)
Highway:23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km)
Combined:27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km)

FIAT 124 Saloon
1.2L 4MT RWD (65 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.2L 4MT RWD (65 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1197 cm3
Power:47.8 KW @ 5600 RPM
65 HP @ 5600 RPM
64 BHP @ 5600 RPM
Torque:69 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM
94 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:89 mph (143 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):15.4 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:155 SR 13
DIMENSIONS
Length:158.7 in (4031 mm)
Width:64 in (1626 mm)
Height:55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track:52.4/51.2 in (1,331/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:95.3 in (2421 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.5 in (165 mm)
Cargo Volume:13.6 cuFT (385 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.4
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:1896 lbs (860 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2767 lbs (1255 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:20.3 mpg US (11.6 L/100Km)
Highway:22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km)
Combined:26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km)

FIAT 124 Saloon
1.4L 3AT RWD (70 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 3AT RWD (70 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1438 cm3
Power:51.5 KW @ 5400 RPM
70 HP @ 5400 RPM
69 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque:81 lb-ft @ 3300 RPM
110 Nm @ 3300 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:92 mph (148 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):16 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:3-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:155 SR 13
DIMENSIONS
Length:158.7 in (4031 mm)
Width:64 in (1626 mm)
Height:55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track:52.4/51.2 in (1,331/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:95.3 in (2421 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.5 in (165 mm)
Cargo Volume:13.6 cuFT (385 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.4
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2072 lbs (940 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2921 lbs (1325 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:16.8 mpg US (14 L/100Km)
Highway:20.5 mpg US (11.5 L/100Km)
Combined:23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km)

FIAT 124 Saloon
1.4L 4MT RWD (70 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 4MT RWD (70 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1438 cm3
Power:51.5 KW @ 5400 RPM
70 HP @ 5400 RPM
69 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque:81 lb-ft @ 3300 RPM
110 Nm @ 3300 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:93 mph (150 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):13.6 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:155 SR 13
DIMENSIONS
Length:158.7 in (4031 mm)
Width:64 in (1626 mm)
Height:55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track:52.4/51.2 in (1,331/1,300 mm)
Wheelbase:95.3 in (2421 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.5 in (165 mm)
Cargo Volume:13.6 cuFT (385 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.4
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2039 lbs (925 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2921 lbs (1325 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:19.6 mpg US (12 L/100Km)
Highway:21.4 mpg US (11 L/100Km)
Combined:26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km)
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