1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Renault Floride (51 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault Floride weights approximately 177 kg more than 1988 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, 1966 Renault Floride (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
