1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 834 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 125 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
