1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 27 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 1050 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Vector |
| Model | 126 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
