1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 858 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 Seat Altea, 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 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat 126 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 126 | Altea |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |