1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 337 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica, 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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 125 | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 125 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
