2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 985 kg more than 1976 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | 126 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |