1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 42 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina, 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 125 | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 125 | Carina |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |