1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 927 kg more than 1977 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 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 TR | 126 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 652 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |
