This page lists 39 electrical parts for the 1978 Fiat 124, across 11 part types, covering the 1.8L L4 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1978 Fiat 124, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. 20 parts of the 39 listed are Alternator / Generator End Bearing (8 parts), Alternator / Generator (7 parts) and Battery Cable (5 parts). The other 8 part types cover the remaining 19 parts.
The 1978 Fiat 124 came with a single engine, the 1.8L L4, and every part is verified against it.
16 brands supply electrical parts for the 1978 Fiat 124, led by DEKA (8 parts), STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (4 parts) and FVP (3 parts), plus 13 more brands. Quality grades include Remanufactured, Standard Replacement and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1978 Fiat 124. 4 parts have it, including WAI GLOBAL 13152N (Alternator / Generator) and WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6201ZZ (Alternator / Generator End Bearing). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Alternator / Generator
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAI GLOBAL Popular | 13152N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bosch 55 or 65 AmpsSupplied as 65 Amp | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP | 14293 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY | 14293 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| REMY | 13152 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Premium RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| REMY | 14057 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER | 13152 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER | 14293 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator.
7 Alternator / Generator parts for the 1978 Fiat 124 come from 5 brands — REMY, TERREPOWER, WAI GLOBAL and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is WAI GLOBAL 13152N.
The New section lists 1 option from WAI GLOBAL — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. WAI GLOBAL 13152N is listed in this group.
The Remanufactured section lists 6 options from REMY, TERREPOWER, FVP and 1 other brand — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. FVP 14293 is listed in this group.
This group includes WAI GLOBAL 13152N and FVP 14293 and the remaining parts above.
Alternator / Generator Brush
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | FX45 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Thickness (In): 3/16" | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brushes inside the alternator.
This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS FX45.
Alternator / Generator End Bearing
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Popular | RB6201ZZ | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Marelli Alternatorwith 42, 44, 45, 55, 60, 65 Amps Alternator | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | RB6302ZZ | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Marelli Alternatorwith 42, 44, 45, 55, 60, 65 Amps Alternator | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL Popular | 201SS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Marelli Alternatorwith 42, 44, 45, 55, 60, 65 Amps Alternator | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB201SS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Marelli Alternatorwith 42, 44, 45, 55, 60, 65 Amps Alternator | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB302SS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Marelli Alternatorwith 42, 44, 45, 55, 60, 65 Amps Alternator | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL | 302SS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Marelli Alternatorwith 42, 44, 45, 55, 60, 65 Amps Alternator | View on Amazon |
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIMKEN | 201SS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 0.3937 in. Width | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | 302SS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 0.5118 in. Width | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
8 Alternator / Generator End Bearing parts are listed for the 1978 Fiat 124, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL, BCA and 1 other brand. WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6201ZZ carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6201ZZ.
The Standard Replacement section lists 4 options from NATIONAL and BCA — built to original-equipment specification. NATIONAL 201SS is listed in this group.
2 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.
Part numbers include WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6201ZZ, WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6302ZZ and NATIONAL 201SS, among others listed above.
Battery
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCH | S678DT | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AGMAGM | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 9A78DT | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | IntimidatorAGM | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 9A34 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | IntimidatorAGM | View on Amazon |
| FVP | P24AGM | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Platinum AGMBCI Group: 24 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.
4 Battery parts are listed for the 1978 Fiat 124, from DEKA, BOSCH and FVP.
This group includes BOSCH S678DT, DEKA 9A78DT and DEKA 9A34 and the remaining parts above.
Battery Cable
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA Popular | 00328 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Red4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00785 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Black4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00801 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Black4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00809 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Black4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | A126 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | NegativeBATTERY TO GROUND | View on Amazon |
This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early.
5 Battery Cable parts for the 1978 Fiat 124 come from 2 brands — DEKA and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. The "Popular" part is DEKA 00328.
This group includes DEKA 00328, DEKA 00785 and DEKA 00801 and the remaining parts above.
Battery Terminal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA | 00350 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Top Post Terminal | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 01056 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Top Post Terminal Lead Free | View on Amazon |
This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts.
DEKA supplies both parts for the 1978 Fiat 124.
This group includes DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.
Flasher
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSSMANN | 550 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Thermal FlasherThermal, 12v, 3 terminal, 12.8amp, 2-6 bulbs | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | EFL2 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Turn Signal | View on Amazon |
| TRIDON / NOVITA | EL13 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Electro-Mechanical Flasher | View on Amazon |
This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards.
3 Flasher parts are listed for the 1978 Fiat 124, from BUSSMANN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and TRIDON / NOVITA.
Listed part numbers: BUSSMANN 550, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL2 and TRIDON / NOVITA EL13.
Starter Brush
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | GB284 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5A1082 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brushes inside the starter motor.
2 Starter Brush parts are listed for the 1978 Fiat 124, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS GB284 and WELLS 5A1082.
Starter Bushing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 7D1135 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Drive End | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Starter bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles.
One part is listed for the 1978 Fiat 124 — WELLS 7D1135.
Starter Drive
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | E2007 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 2K1112 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the starter drives that engage the flywheel ring gear.
2 Starter Drive parts are listed for the 1978 Fiat 124, from ACDELCO and WELLS.
This group includes ACDELCO E2007 and WELLS 2K1112.
Starter Motor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP | 16257 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY | 16257 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| REMY | 16257 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER | 16257 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
4 Starter Motor parts for the 1978 Fiat 124 come from 4 brands — FVP, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 1 other brand.
Listed part numbers: FVP 16257, plus the other parts above.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 1978 Fiat 124
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Confirm you have the 1.8L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Alternator / Generator End Bearing and Alternator / Generator .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 1978 Fiat 124?
Our catalog currently lists 39 electrical parts for the 1978 Fiat 124 across 11 subcategories and 16 brands, covering the 1.8L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 1978 Fiat 124?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1978 Fiat 124 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1978 Fiat 124?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.8L L4 engine. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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