1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1976 Ford Capri
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Capri (49 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 425 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, 1976 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1976 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
