1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Fiat 126
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 835 kg more than 1982 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 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | 126 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
