1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1968 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, both 1968 Fiat 125 and 1968 Oldsmobile 442 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 1968 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 125 | 442 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |