1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 38 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 480 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 125 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
