1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 23 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), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 882 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat 126 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 126 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
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 | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |