1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 5 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 1000 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat 126 | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 126 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |