1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 845 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 126 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
