1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 22 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 480 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 126 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 57 L |
