1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1982 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1982 Holden Statesman is newer by 15 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Statesman (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125. 1982 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 1982 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 125 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
