1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 6 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1885 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 126 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3170 mm |
