1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1990 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1990 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 1990 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 126 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
