1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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 Toyota iQ, 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, 1972 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 125 | iQ |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |