1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 465 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 126 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 126 | K 70 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |