1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 126 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1966 Alpine A 110.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
