1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 12 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 891 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 126 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
