1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1983 Fiat 126
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 645 kg more than 1983 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, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1983 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 126 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
