1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 126 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
