1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 737 kg more than 1989 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | 126 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
