1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1992 Fiat 126
To start off, 1992 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1992 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat 126. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 1992 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Deauville | 126 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
