2000 Acura NSX vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 990 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 126 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1850 mm |
