1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1986 Fiat 126 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 404 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, 1969 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 126 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
