1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1115 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 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 125 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3050 mm |
