1982 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1982 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 655 kg more than 1982 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
