1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |