1977 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 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, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1609 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 1609 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
