1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1989 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 1989 Fiat 126 and 1989 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 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.
Because 1989 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 1989 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Panda, 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 Fiat Panda (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1989 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
