1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 620 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 34 L |
