1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 15 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 795 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.
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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
