1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 1225 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 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 126 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
