1968 AMC AMX vs. 1972 Fiat 125
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 417 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1972 Fiat 125 | |
Make | AMC | Fiat |
Model | AMX | 125 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |