1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1986 Lada 2107
To start off, 1986 Lada 2107 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2107 weights approximately 472 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.
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, 1986 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat 126 | 1986 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 126 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |