1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 815 kg more than 1981 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 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | 126 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |
