1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 22 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 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 706 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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
Model | 126 | P140 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |