1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1986 Fiat 126 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Seat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Seat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1400 weights approximately 480 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat 126 | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 126 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |