1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 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, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 126 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 45 L |
