1984 Fiat 126 vs. 1984 Innocenti 990
To start off, both 1984 Fiat 126 and 1984 Innocenti 990 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 129 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.
Because 1984 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat 126 | 1984 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | 126 | 990 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |