1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1975 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 1300 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1983 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2200 mm |
