1967 Alvis TF vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 974 kg more than 1973 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TF | 126 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 20 L |
