1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 645 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 126 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 126 | 132 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |