1970 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 890 kg more than 1976 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 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Challenger | 126 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1850 mm |
