1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 732 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dart | 126 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |