1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 126 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
