1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1990 Fiat 126
To start off, 1990 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat 126 (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 600 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126.
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, 1990 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 600 | 1990 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 600 | 126 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |