1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 19 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 867 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
