1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Tata E is newer by 33 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 410 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, 2004 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 125 | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
