1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1986 Fiat 126 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1986 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
