1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 894 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2005 Mazda Tribute 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. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
