1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 60 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 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, 1966 Austin A 60 (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 60 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
