1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 7 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 235 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 1987 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Express |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
