1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 548 kg more than 1976 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 126 | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 126 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |