1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 535 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 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 125 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
