1978 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 745 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 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
