1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 822 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3030 mm |
