2004 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 865 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 126 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 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 |
