1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 29 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 705 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 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
