1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 125 | 200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |