1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 487 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 126 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
