1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Lexus SC
To start off, 1999 Lexus SC is newer by 16 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus SC weights approximately 890 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, 1999 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1999 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 126 | SC |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
