1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 950 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
