1947 Austin 16 vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 16 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
