1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1996 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1130 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 1993 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 126 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
