1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 32 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 425 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, 2000 Kia Joice, 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125. 2000 Kia Joice 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. 2000 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 2000 Kia Joice | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 125 | Joice |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |