1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
