1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 125 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |