1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 28 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126.
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, 2007 Nissan Murano, 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
