1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | 125 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |