1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1100 (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 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, 1955 Fiat 1100 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 126 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 126 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |