1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 1005 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | 126 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
