1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 880 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | NSX |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |