1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Javelin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Javelin would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 912 kg more than 1985 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Javelin | 126 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1850 mm |
