1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 25 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 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 920 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 126 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
