1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1986 Holden Camira

To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 19 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 55 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.

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, 1986 Holden Camira, 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, 1967 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira. 1986 Holden Camira 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. 1986 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat 125 1986 Holden Camira
Make Fiat Holden
Model 125 Camira
Year Released 1967 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2580 mm


 

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