1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1978 Fiat 126
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1978 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1978 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV6 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |
