1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1600 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 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2011 BMW X6 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. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2933 mm |
