1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1491 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat 126 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 126 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |