1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra, 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
