1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 9 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 580 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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend, 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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | Marea Weekend |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
