1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 22 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126.
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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 126 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
