1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 920 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 58 L |
