1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 746 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 126 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
