1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 28 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 635 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 126 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
