1978 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1825 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.
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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | 126 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
