1960 Austin 7 vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin 7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 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, 1960 Austin 7 (60 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 1960 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 20 L |
