1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | RZ | 126 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
