1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 28 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Life weights approximately 210 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 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Life |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
