1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 755 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
