1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 18 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 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 909 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
