1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 14 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 390 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 126 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
