1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 126 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
