1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lanos | 126 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |
