1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 427 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 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Fiat 126 2006 Honda Pilot
Make Fiat Honda
Model 126 Pilot
Year Released 1988 2006
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 703 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 26 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 648 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 3110 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 77 L