1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1992 Fiat 126

To start off, 1992 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1992 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 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat 126.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Fiat 124 1992 Fiat 126
Make Fiat Fiat
Model 124 126
Year Released 1972 1992
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1747 cc 703 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 116 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 49 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 116 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 648 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 3110 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 1850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 50 L


 

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