1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, both 1988 Fiat 126 and 1988 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 404 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.
Because 1988 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 1988 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat 126 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 126 | 19 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |