1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 231 kg more than 1989 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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | 126 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |
