1981 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1025 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 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 126 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
