1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 219 kg more than 1993 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | 126 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |