1994 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1994 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, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126. 1977 Chrysler 1609 has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler 1609 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat 126 | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | 126 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
