1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 380 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, 1983 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 126 | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 126 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |