1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1970 Fiat 125
To start off, 1970 Fiat 125 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe 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 56 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 125 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1970 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 125 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
