1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 15 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 575 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 126 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 250 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 | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
