1971 Fiat 125 vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 125 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
