1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 10 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Speedster weights approximately 231 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
