Segment: Compact
Production years: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974
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In 1966, Fiat decided to replace the outdated 1300 range, which featured an old design.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.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.2L 4MT RWD (60 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 87 mph (140 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 155 SR 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1885 lbs (855 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2767 lbs (1255 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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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) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.2L 4MT RWD (65 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 89 mph (143 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 155 SR 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1896 lbs (860 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2767 lbs (1255 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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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) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 3AT RWD (70 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 92 mph (148 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 16 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 3-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 155 SR 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2072 lbs (940 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2921 lbs (1325 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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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) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 4MT RWD (70 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 155 SR 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2039 lbs (925 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2921 lbs (1325 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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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) |