1981 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 490 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 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126. 2007 Honda CR-V 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. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
