1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1715 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 4060 mm |
