1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 26 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 372 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 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 125 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |