1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 126 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 93 L |
