1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 865 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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126. 1999 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 1999 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
