1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1580 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.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2980 mm |
