1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 97 kg more than 1967 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sidewinder | 125 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
