1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 894 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 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 | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
