1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 28 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 600 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125. 1995 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. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 125 | Statesman |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |