1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 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, 1960 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 126 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 37 L |