1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 6 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 680 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 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 126 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
