1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 704 cc (2 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 126 (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 126 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 126 | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 126 | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 25 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |