1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 655 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
