1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 580 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
