1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1978 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1978 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Applause | 126 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1850 mm |