1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Fiat 125
To start off, 1970 Fiat 125 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 125 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1970 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
