1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline is newer by 29 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 540 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
