1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1983 Fiat 126
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1983 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1983 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 75 | 126 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 650 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |