1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 125 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 125 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |