1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1998 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 18 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1040 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 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
