1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 27 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 95 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, 1995 Opel Tigra, 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 125 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| 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 | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
