1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1988 Fiat 126

To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 527 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Fiat 1900 1988 Fiat 126
Make Fiat Fiat
Model 1900 126
Year Released 1952 1988
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1901 cc 703 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 52 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 49 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 648 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 3110 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 1850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 50 L


 

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