1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1976 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 126 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
