1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 116 L |
