1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 675 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
