1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 5 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 610 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 59 L |
