1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1974 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | 126 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 1850 mm |
