1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 191 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 125 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
