1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 20 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 465 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 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 126 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
