1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1730 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2895 mm |
