1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 18 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 70 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1970 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 125 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
