1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1981 Fiat 126 and 1981 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 215 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.
Because 1981 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 126 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 126 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |