1982 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 903 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 705 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1058 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 126 | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Fiat | Koenigsegg |
Model | 126 | Agera |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |