1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 21 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 282 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Contour, 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, 1993 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 125 | Contour |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |