1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 332 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, 1969 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
