1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 40 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
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, 2012 Renault Clio, 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, 2012 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 125 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
