1989 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 13 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 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 745 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat 126 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 126 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |