1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 19 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 915 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 126 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
