1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Tata E is newer by 18 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata E weights approximately 786 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, 2003 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 126 | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
