1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1993 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 25 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 120 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 125 | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |