1987 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 782 kg more than 1977 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 (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | 126 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
