1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 480 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |
