1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 21 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 3177 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, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 126 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2870 mm |
