1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 988 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat 126 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 126 | Z |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |