1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2007 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Partner is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 215 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, 2007 Peugeot Partner, 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, 2007 Peugeot Partner (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2007 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 125 | Partner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
