1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 1973 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
Model | 125 | Rapier |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |