1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 280 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 125 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
