1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 126 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 126 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3200 mm |