1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 810 kg more than 1980 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | 126 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
