1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 867 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 126 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
