1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 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, 1977 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 126 | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 126 | 131 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 25 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |