1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 204 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, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 126 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
