1992 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1992 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat 126. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat 126 | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 126 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3080 mm |
