1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Popular (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Popular should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Popular weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 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, 1956 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat 126 | 1956 Ford Popular | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 126 | Popular |
Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 25 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2300 mm |