1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 95 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 125 | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |