1987 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 17 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR T 350 weights approximately 515 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 126 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
