1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 MG ZT
To start off, 2006 MG ZT is newer by 21 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT weights approximately 972 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, 2006 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2006 MG ZT | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 126 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
