1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 23 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1345 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 126 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2880 mm |
