1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 29 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 1971 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
