1982 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 30 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 2271 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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
