1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1985 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 1985 Fiat 126 and 1985 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Proton Saloon (74 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Proton Saloon weights approximately 337 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Proton Saloon, 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, 1985 Proton Saloon (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1985 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | 126 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
