1981 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 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, 1981 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Avenger | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Avenger | 126 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
