1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 702 cc (2 cylinders), 1993 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru R-2 (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru R-2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat 126 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Subaru R-2.
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, 1993 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1972 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
