1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 23 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 651 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, 2008 Nissan Note, 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, 2008 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Note |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
