1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1435 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | New Yorker | 126 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1850 mm |
