1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1989 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, 1964 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 1964 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
