1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 39 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 650 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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 125 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
