1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1220 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.
Because 1972 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 126 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 126 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2880 mm |