1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | 126 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 1850 mm |
