1991 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 885 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat 126 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 126 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |