1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Telstar 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.
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, 1987 Ford Telstar, 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
