1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1997 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1997 Nissan Presea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Presea weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1995 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 1995 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Presea, 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, 1997 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat 126 | 1997 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 126 | Presea |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 25 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |