1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
