1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 126 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
