1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1427 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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 79 L |
