1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 131 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 535 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126. 1978 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat 126 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 126 | 131 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 702 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |