1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1987 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1987 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1987 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | 126 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1850 mm |
