1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 910 kg more than 1991 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1991 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 126 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
