1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
