1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 620 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, 1989 Holden Apollo, 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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 1989 Holden Apollo 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. 1989 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
