1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 25 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 612 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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 126 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
