1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 125 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 125 | Carina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |