1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 640 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
