The 124 Spider shares its underpinnings with the Mazda MX-5 Miata, and whilst keeping the Fiat engine and suspension, the reliable Japanese engineering is coupled with iconic European performance
How reliable is a Fiat 124 Spider? We have had few reliability reports specifically relating to the Fiat 124 Spider, which could be down to it being based on the relatively robust Mazda MX-5. That said, Mazda owners have reported problems with the MX-5's roof that could also effect the Fiat.And Fiat’s twin cam’s are very reliable and tough engines. The engine won 10 world rally championships and add a couple of world sportscar championships, and won in group 4 with a 124 spider such as this.
1968 Fiat 124 Spider Reliability Based On Owner Feedback. Two separate owners over on CarSurvey can be quoted as saying this 124 is "excellent value for money," and to "buy one before pricesAs far as engines go the 1.4l is super reliable and can handle three times the power it produces in stock form. The main problems it has is the external accessories. As far as part availability, FIAT is one of the largest automotive groups in Europe. Even if they go away in the USA, the 1.4L is their most common engine and getting parts will be
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