1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 16 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 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 1083 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |
