1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph GT6 (107 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 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, 1971 Triumph GT6 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 126 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
