2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1967 Fiat 125

To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 38 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 810 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.

Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125. 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rendezvous 1967 Fiat 125
Make Buick Fiat
Model Rendezvous 125
Year Released 2005 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3343 cc 1608 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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