1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 661 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 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
