1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1977 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, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Deauville | 126 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |