1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 32 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 5 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 130 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 125 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
