1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 1984 Fiat 126 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,007 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (130 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 1609 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2007 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
