1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 35 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 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4550 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 125 | Commercial |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 5510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |