1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 20 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 125 | Paseo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |