1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 20 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 733 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.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 126 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
