1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 27 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 531 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 1986 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
