1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 12 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1170 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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 126 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
