1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1990 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 372 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 126 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
