1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 655 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 126 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 126 | Bora |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |