1987 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 18 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 881 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, 2005 Honda FR-V, 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
