1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1345 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, 2006 Honda CR-V, 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
