1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stealth | 126 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1850 mm |
