1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1991 Holden Nova

To start off, both 1991 Fiat 126 and 1991 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Nova (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Nova weights approximately 370 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.

Because 1991 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Holden Nova (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.

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