1973 Fiat 125 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 32 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 125 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1973 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 125 | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 125 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 188 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 | 947 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
