1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 445 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 126 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
