1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 557 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, 1992 Holden Apollo, 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
