1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 41 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 65 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, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 125 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |
