1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 17 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 274 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1813 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 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 126 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
