1994 Fiat 126 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto 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.
Because 1994 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 1994 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat 126 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |