1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 6 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
