1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 703 cc (2 cylinders), 1988 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat 126 (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat 126 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
