2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1967 Fiat 125

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 251 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 1967 Fiat 125
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Express 125
Year Released 2008 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1608 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 324 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 506 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 45 L


 

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