1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 16 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 535 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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 126 | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Fiat | McLaren |
Model | 126 | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |