1981 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1371 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
