1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 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 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 125 | 626 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |