1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR S2 weights approximately 405 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, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 126 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
