1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1348 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 125 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
