1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 125 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | Vision |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
