1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1987 Fiat 126 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 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, 1969 TVR Tuscan (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 126 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
