1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
