1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 2052 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 126 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 88 L |
