The 1981 Fiat 124 has 15 suspension parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 9 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1981 Fiat 124, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links. All 15 listed parts are Alignment Shim (7 parts), Ball Joint (5 parts) and Shock / Strut (3 parts).
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.0L L4 — the only engine offered in the 1981 Fiat 124.
The most listed brands for 1981 Fiat 124 suspension parts are MOOG (4 parts), MEVOTECH (3 parts) and KYB (2 parts), plus 6 more brands. Quality grades include Daily Driver and Economy.
3 parts on this 1981 Fiat 124 page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including MOOG K100190 (Alignment Shim) and ULTRA-POWER K9057 (Ball Joint). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Alignment Shim
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOOG Popular | K100190 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front1.60 (mm) / 0.0625 (in) Thickness | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Popular | K100191 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front0.125 (in) / 3.00 (mm) Thickness | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH | MS40070 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | SupremeDuo-Fit Shims | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH | MS40072 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | SupremeDuo-Fit Shims | View on Amazon |
| MOOG | K100188 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front0.40 (mm) / 1/64 (in) Thickness | View on Amazon |
| MOOG | K100189 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front0.80 (mm) / 0.03125 (in) Thickness | View on Amazon |
| SKP | SK100191 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front0.125 (in) / 3.00 (mm) Thickness | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Alignment shims.
7 Alignment Shim parts are listed for the 1981 Fiat 124, from MOOG, MEVOTECH and SKP. MOOG K100190 carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes MOOG K100190, MOOG K100191 and MEVOTECH MS40070 and the remaining parts above.
Ball Joint
Daily Driver
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELPHI | TC76 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Lower | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 538383 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Lower | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH | MS25527 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | SupremeIncludes Hardware | View on Amazon |
| SUSPENSIA | X14BJ1482 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Lower | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ULTRA-POWER Popular | K9057 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Lower | View on Amazon |
This table covers the ball joints that articulate each control arm at the knuckle.
5 Ball Joint parts for the 1981 Fiat 124 come from 5 brands — DELPHI, DORMAN, MEVOTECH and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ULTRA-POWER K9057.
In the Daily Driver grade, DELPHI, DORMAN, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: grouped for everyday commuting duty. A representative part number is DELPHI TC76.
The Economy section lists 1 option from ULTRA-POWER — the catalog's value-priced group. ULTRA-POWER K9057 is listed in this group.
This group includes ULTRA-POWER K9057, DELPHI TC76 and DORMAN 538383 and the remaining parts above.
Shock / Strut
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KYB | 343141 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Excel-G | View on Amazon |
| KYB | 343142 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Excel-G | View on Amazon |
| MONROE | 5769 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OESpectrum | View on Amazon |
This table covers the shocks and struts that damp wheel motion. Typical signs include a nose that keeps bouncing, cupped tires, or fluid weeping down the body. Replace shocks or struts in axle pairs and renew the mounts if they are torn or collapsed.
3 Shock / Strut parts for the 1981 Fiat 124 come from 2 brands — KYB and MONROE.
This group includes KYB 343141, KYB 343142 and MONROE 5769.
Buying Suspension Parts for a 1981 Fiat 124
On this vehicle, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links.
- Confirm you have the 2.0L 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, replace shocks and struts in axle pairs, renew the sway-bar links with the struts, and get an alignment after any control-arm or tie-rod work.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Alignment Shim and Ball Joint .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many suspension parts fit the 1981 Fiat 124?
Our catalog currently lists 15 suspension parts for the 1981 Fiat 124 across 3 subcategories and 9 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of suspension problems on a 1981 Fiat 124?
Common symptoms include clunks over speed bumps, wandering steering, cupped tire wear, or a nose that keeps bouncing after a dip. 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, replace shocks and struts in axle pairs, renew the sway-bar links with the struts, and get an alignment after any control-arm or tie-rod work.
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 1981 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 1981 Fiat 124?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.0L L4 engine. Then worn bushings often mimic bad shocks — inspect before buying, and remember loaded vs unloaded strut assemblies differ in labor by hours. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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