1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1977 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 2300 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |
