1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1285 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 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
