2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 30 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 920 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.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 126 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 20 L |
