1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 24 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 126 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
