1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 25 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 770 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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 126 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 79 L |
