1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1977 Holden Sunbird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
