1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1942 Fiat 500
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1942 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 125 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
