1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1974 Fiat 126 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 126 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 126 | Firenza |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |