1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 34 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125.
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, 2002 Mazda 2, 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, 2002 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 125 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
