1981 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1269 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2960 mm |
