1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 126 (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 600 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126.
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 Fiat 126 (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 126 | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 126 | 600 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |