1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1991 Mazda 626
To start off, 1991 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 626 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 626, 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, 1991 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1991 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 125 | 626 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |