1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 435 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
