1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 126 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Because 1976 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Fiat 126 (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Fellow | 126 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 1850 mm |
