1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 32 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, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 125 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2003 Honda City, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 125 | City |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
