1991 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1572 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 140 L |
