1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1990 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 TVR Vixen weights approximately 93 kg more than 1990 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, 1969 TVR Vixen (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 126 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| 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 | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
