1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 617 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 469 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sidewinder | 126 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |
