1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 38 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 130 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, 2005 Ford Escort, 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 2005 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 125 | Escort |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |