1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1090 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.
Because 1974 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 126 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 68 L |
