1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1240 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 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 125 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |