1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 15 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 weights approximately 282 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, 1992 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 126 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
