1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 760 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.
Because 1996 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 1996 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 126 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
