1984 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1984 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 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, 1980 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126. 1980 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | 126 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
