1989 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1053 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 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
