1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Challenger | 125 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
