1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 595 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 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 126 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |