1970 Fiat 125 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 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 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 501 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.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 125 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 2353 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
