1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 35 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, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 80 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, 2003 Mini One, 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, 2003 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 125 | One |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
