1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Fiat 126
To start off, 1992 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1992 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1992 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 99 | 126 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |