1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 1984 Fiat 126 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1200 | 126 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 24 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |