1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1989 Lotus Carlton
To start off, 1989 Lotus Carlton is newer by 3 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 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Lotus Carlton (569 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 1989 Lotus Carlton | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 126 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
