1987 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Fiat 126
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 996 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1972 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | 126 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 20 L |
