1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana, 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125. 1986 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 125 | Santana |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |