1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 155 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle, 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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 125 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
