1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1991 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, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 126 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
