1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 650 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 125 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |